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Harissa-Honey Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Herb Orzo & Whipped Feta
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Glazed harissa-honey salmon over lemon-herb orzo with roasted tomatoes and whipped feta—fresh, high-protein, and weeknight-easy yet company-worthy.
Glazed harissa-honey salmon over lemon-herb orzo with roasted tomatoes and whipped feta—fresh, high-protein, and weeknight-easy yet company-worthy.
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Prep
15 min
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Cook
25 min
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Total
40 min
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Servings
4
About This Recipe
Harissa-Honey Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Herb Orzo, Roasted Tomatoes, and Whipped Feta
Introduction
Meet your new weeknight showstopper: tender salmon lacquered with a tangy-sweet harissa-honey glaze, piled over bright lemon-herb orzo, with jammy roasted cherry tomatoes and a cool swoosh of whipped feta. It’s Mediterranean sunshine in a bowl—fresh, high-protein, and effortlessly elegant. This one-pan-and-pot wonder is perfect for quick dinners yet polished enough for company.
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Ingredients
31 items · 4 servings
4
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving · 4 servings total
650
kcal
Calories
33% daily value
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Protein
36.0g
72% daily value
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Carbs
54.0g
18% daily value
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Fat
26.0g
40% daily value
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Fiber
4.0g
16% daily value
👨🍳 Instructions
1
Heat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
2
Whisk harissa, honey, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Reserve 2 tbsp glaze for finishing.
3
Pat salmon dry; brush with remaining glaze and rest 10–15 minutes at room temp.
4
Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and red pepper flakes; roast 10 minutes until blistered.
5
Bring broth or water to a boil; cook orzo 8–10 minutes until al dente. Off heat, stir in olive oil, lemon juice and zest, herbs, salt, and pepper; cover.
6
Push tomatoes to one side; add salmon skin-side down to the sheet. Roast 8–10 minutes to 52–55°C (125–130°F) for medium; broil 1–2 minutes if desired. Brush with reserved glaze.
7
Blend feta, yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic until smooth; add 1–2 tbsp water/milk to loosen. Season with pepper.
8
Plate: swoosh whipped feta, add orzo, spoon tomatoes and juices, top with salmon. Garnish with pistachios, herbs, and lemon wedges.
💡 Pro Tips
Reserve some glaze to brush after cooking.
Use an instant-read thermometer for perfect salmon.
Herb trio (parsley, dill, mint) brightens the orzo.
Air fry salmon at 200°C (400°F) for 7–10 minutes.
Use an instant-read thermometer for perfect salmon.
Herb trio (parsley, dill, mint) brightens the orzo.
Air fry salmon at 200°C (400°F) for 7–10 minutes.
🔄 Substitutions
Use trout or Arctic char in place of salmon.
Swap orzo with quinoa, couscous, or farro.
Dairy-free: make a cashew ‘feta’ whip.
Adjust harissa to control heat.
Swap orzo with quinoa, couscous, or farro.
Dairy-free: make a cashew ‘feta’ whip.
Adjust harissa to control heat.
📦 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate components separately up to 3 days. Freeze salmon and tomatoes up to 2 months; orzo up to 1 month. Reheat salmon at 160°C (325°F) 8–10 minutes; refresh orzo with a splash of broth.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Add a crisp cucumber-fennel salad; char broccolini or asparagus; pair with Sauvignon Blanc or Vermentino; finish with extra herbs and pistachios for crunch.
